What is release horizon in SAP SRD-SCM-DP - SCM-Demand Planning?

SAP Term: release horizon

• Component: SRD-SCM-DP

• Component Name: SCM-Demand Planning

• Description: The amount of time, within a planning horizon, for which forecast information can be released to a supply planning. For example, a planner may create a forecast covering a twelve month period but only release the first six months to production.

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• Key Concepts: 
  Release horizon is a feature in SAP's Demand Planning (DP) component of the Supply Chain Management (SCM) module. It is used to define the time period for which the system will consider demand data when creating a forecast. The release horizon can be set to any length of time, from a few days to several years. 
  
  How to use it: 
  The release horizon is set in the DP system configuration. It can be adjusted at any time, depending on the needs of the business. The release horizon should be set to a length of time that is appropriate for the forecasting process. For example, if the business is forecasting demand for a product over a long period of time, then the release horizon should be set to a longer period of time. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting the release horizon, it is important to consider the data that will be used for forecasting. If the data is not available for the entire length of the release horizon, then it should be adjusted accordingly. Additionally, it is important to consider any seasonal trends that may affect demand when setting the release horizon. 
  
  Related Information: 
  The release horizon is an important part of SAP's Demand Planning component and should be set carefully in order to ensure accurate forecasts. For more information on how to use and configure the release horizon, please refer to SAP's official documentation.